Indian Merchant Navy Officer Held After US Seizes Russian Tanker

A 26‑year‑old merchant navy officer from Himachal Pradesh, Rakshit Chauhan, is among three Indians detained after the US Coast Guard seized the Russian‑flagged oil tanker Marinera in the North Atlantic on January 7. His family appealed to PM Modi and the External Affairs Minister for help, praying he returns safely before his February 19 wedding.